Saturday (Saturn): Longevity, exorcism, endings, homes and houses.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Sign: Taurus
Taurus: Things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.
Moon Phase: Second Quarter
Incense: Marigold
Color: Black
We know what we want today and are determined to carry out our plan to reach our goals. However, sensual Venus hooks up with passionate Pluto, complicating relationship dynamics. The Moon’s move into earthy Taurus at 9:49 am EST reflects our need for simple pleasures. Desires grow more intense, even if we try to avoid an emotional connection with a friend or partner. However unfair it seems, complexity is the price we now must pay for intimacy.
You won’t likely take no for an answer today, no matter what your question is. You’re driven by your desire for success and are ready to do anything that’s necessary to achieve your goals. Others who stand in your way are fair game to receive the brunt of your annoyance or anger, but it’s still not a good idea to ride roughshod over someone who would be better as a friend than as an enemy. Don’t act foolishly; it’s wiser to be inclusive than exclusive.
There’s nothing wrong with being in touch with your physical needs, but the Moon’s return to your sign today encourages you to be more aware of your feelings. Fortunately, your judgment is probably on point now, as long as you remember to take other people’s perspectives into consideration. Even if you’re certain that your assumptions are correct, you’ll do better by remaining flexible and meeting others halfway.
Your fantasies may be running amok today and it’s tempting to draw an intimate partner closer by sharing your private thoughts and feelings. However, it might not be all that easy to bring your secrets out into the open now. Luckily, encountering your own resistance could be a saving grace because your inability to tell everything can turn out in your favor. There are some things that are better left unsaid.
You’re usually very sensitive to other people’s feelings, but you may need to retreat today because someone is just too intense for you to handle. Unfortunately, attempts on your part to establish reasonable boundaries could just further enflame the drama. Act in a caring and supportive manner without taking responsibility for a difficult situation that isn’t yours. Remain sympathetic while also maintaining whatever distance you require for your own emotional wellbeing.
You have little patience for anyone who isn’t willing to stand up for his or her beliefs today. Normally, you would be more concerned with making sure that your ideas were getting all the attention they deserve. Now, however, you are content with just quietly honoring the opinions of others as long as they are being true to themselves. You’re not interested in arguing with someone who is looking for a fight; you would rather explore how your own passions can enrich your life, instead.
Your uncharacteristic desire to express your desires today could ultimately surprise others. At first, you might seem as if you’re able to maintain a cool and emotionally detached attitude, but as you talk it becomes apparent that you want to say more. You might even find yourself hooked on a feeling and are unwilling to let it go. Don’t be afraid of your intensity now; just be certain that your passions are worth the extra effort.
You are criticized on occasion for not being able to make up your mind, but today you’ll probably fall at the other end of the spectrum. You are quick to state what you want now and are unwavering in your approach to get it. In fact, you might be so firm in your convictions that you’re ready to confront anyone who gets in your way. Your current commitment to living life to the fullest is admirable as long as you don’t take yourself so seriously that you start a needless fight over something that’s just not that important
You aren’t interested in simply experiencing the power of emotions; you want to communicate your fears and discuss your attractions, even if they make someone uncomfortable. Magnetic Venus joins your key planet Pluto today, accentuating your passions and bringing hidden desires to the surface. Don’t back away from your feelings; it’s not your job now to manage how anyone else might react to your truth. Real intimacy can only occur when you share what’s in your heart.
It’s necessary to find a steady rhythm at work because your consistent efforts could bring increased income as the Venus-Pluto conjunction activates your 2nd House of Money. Making a cash investment might be a smart move now if your involvement also gives you an active role to play. But don’t expect something for nothing; you need to put in the extra labor today before reaping the rewards.
You are determined to express yourself today at any cost. Emotional pressures have been building beneath the surface and now could be pushed to an eruption point. Even if your extreme reactions feel out of control, you can moderate your outward response by concentrating on your long-term goals rather than the chaos of the present moment. A little bit of objectivity might be enough to give you the perspective you need.
Expending a lot of physical energy today makes it easier to manage your intense emotions if someone is resisting your efforts or trying to control you. Fortunately, you’re strong enough now to stand up to a powerful person who fears your success. Nevertheless, it’s not a good idea to draw battle lines and take on an adversary. It’s much smarter to win the fight against your own insecurities. If you don’t have a need to demonstrate your superiority, then the stress will dissipate without a showdown.
The relationship dynamics with your coworkers might turn into a time-consuming power struggle if you think they are excluding you from the team. You don’t want to be an outsider now, but you’re not interested in sacrificing your values for the sake of being accepted by the group. Although communication is difficult when emotions run so high, it’s still worth the effort to initiate a meaningful dialogue and establish common ground where everyone can feel comfortable enough to work together.
Maria DeSimone on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrologyAn incredibly rich and satisfying weekend in romance is ahead — one that’s reminiscent of a meal that sticks to your ribs and is finger licking good. Why the yumminess? A Taurus Moon all weekend, leading up to Sunday’s Full Moon in Taurus of course!
On Friday, you’ll have the perfect set up for a lusty date night. Not only is the Moon in luscious Taurus, but Venus and Pluto will embrace in a sexy “I can’t live without you” kind of way. Love will be intense and security-driven with this much Earth energy in the sky. Venus and Pluto are in Capricorn, which suggests a serious kind of obsessive love is at play. You need each other in the most visceral way, and as a result you can expect an unforgettable night in bed together.
On Sunday, the Taurus Full Moon will feel like whipped cream and a cherry on top of what has already been a decadent ice cream sundae kind of romantic weekend. Eat up!
Tarotcom Staff on the topics of zodiac, insight, astrologyOk friends, are you ready to dive a little bit deeper into Astrology? You probably know there are 12 zodiac signs and four elements (Fire, Earth, Air and Water), but have you heard about zodiac sign “qualities?”
Every sign is influenced by one of three qualities: Cardinal, Fixed or Mutable. Each of the qualities is defined by a point within each season: Cardinal signs begin a new season, Fixed signs carry the weight of the season, and Mutable signs conclude the season.
Take fall, for example. Fall Equinox falls on September 22, the same day the Sun enters Libra. Because Libra kicks off the fall season, that makes Libra a Cardinal sign. Scorpio takes over in the midst of fall, making it a Fixed sign. And the season concludes with the Sun in Sagittarius, making that a Mutable sign.
Get it? Astrology is all about nuance, so to truly understand a zodiac sign you must explore the quality each is associated with. So now that you understand how the qualities are structured, let’s take a look at each of the three Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable qualities, what they mean and how they shape your personality.
There are four Cardinal signs: Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn. Because these signs each start a new season, the quality of their energy is full of initiative. Cardinal signs are impulsive and dynamic, and they push strongly to start new things. In general, people with Cardinal signs in their birth charts generate more new ideas and projects, while those lacking Cardinal energy are more passive.
There are four Fixed signs: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius. These signs carry the weight of each season, which gives them a sturdy quality. Fixed signs are capable of great endurance, and generally people with much Fixed energy in their birth charts are stable and focused, whereas those lacking Fixed energy may not have much sticktoitiveness or perseverance.
There are four Mutable signs: Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. Because these signs fall at the conclusion of each season, their energy anticipates movement and change. People with Mutable signs in their birth charts tend to be more flexible and adaptable to the changing world around them, while those lacking Mutable energy may be stubborn and inflexible or have a difficult time adjusting to new situations.
When you’re learning Astrology, you’ll discover that every person has a mix of different zodiac signs, elements and qualities in their birth charts. Once you understand the energy of each quality and combine that information with what you know of each zodiac sign and element, a more complete picture will begin to develop.
For example, the Aries zodiac sign is the element of Fire and the quality is Cardinal. This “Cardinal Fire” combination is very bold, so the more Aries energy a person has in their birth chart, the more brazen they will be. On the other hand, Taurus is an Earth sign with a Fixed quality, so it would be called “Fixed Earth” and its overall energy is very slow and grounded.
Knowing how much of each quality you have in your birth chart is very important. These astrological nuances are what shape us as individuals, so going beyond your Sun sign is key when it comes to understanding Astrology.
Stay out of trouble in the early hours with the Moon void in Aries and Venus in a somewhat unstable position after squaring Uranus yesterday and about to unite with Pluto today. If you remember how this month began — with a deluge of alignments on November 1, including the heavy-duty clash between Uranus and Pluto — now Venus is attempting to play the role of inter-planetary peacemaker between these two outer-planet adversaries. However, this is easier said than done. First, the asteroid Vesta — having much to do with insurance rates and coverage, investments, home and hearth, safety and security themes as well as sisterhoods — enters Libra (5:46AM) for an extended stay until July 30, 2014. In addition, the Moon leaves yesterday’s void status in Aries and will provide some semblance of comfort as it glides into Taurus (6:50AM) — the first earth sign of the zodiac, ruled by Venus. This places an emphasis on handling monetary resources with care and deliberation. Later on, you need to be all eyes and ears as Venus makes its annual union with Pluto (1:34PM and activating 10 degrees of Capricorn). The hope is that Venus blends its friendly, loving vibrations with the mysterious, underworld powers of Pluto — allowing some kind of positive, emotional catharsis to occur, igniting the source of creative-artistic inspirations. From a shadow perspective, it is also possible that Pluto attempts to pull in the innocent Venusian vibrations, somewhat like a black hole in the universe is said to usually absorb and assimilate everything in its path, including light. Do your best to be an agent on behalf of goodwill and tender loving care. You can still be tested again this evening when the Sun forms a dicey, 135-degree tie with radical-change producer Uranus (9:02PM). Expecting the unexpected may be one way to avoid an increase in nervous tension. Keep in mind that with the potent Full Moon of Scorpio-Taurus arriving in two days, today and tomorrow constitutes a 48-hour time-period of preparation for the enlightening energies about to descend to humanity when the Sun and Moon reach their monthly crescendo on Sunday morning. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]
Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Heart
Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla
Planet: Venus
Sign: Libra and Taurus
Angel: Ariel
Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua
Herbs/Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade
Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmrosa, Rose, Yarrow
Friday belongs to Venus, and its energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) works well on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.
Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation, and beauty
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Sign: Aries
Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.
Moon Phase: Second Quarter
Moon enter Taurus 9:40 am
Taurus: Things begun now last the longest, tend to increase in value, and become hard to alter. Brings out appreciation for beauty and sensory experience.
Incense: Cypress
Color: Rose
We wake up today feeling as if it will be a whole new ballgame, but as the day wears on we realize it may not be as easy as we think. The Moon’s shift into enterprising Aries at 2:39 am EST reminds us that we can accomplish nearly anything if we believe in ourselves. But the Moon’s challenging aspects to indulgent Venus, unpredictable Uranus and unforgiving Pluto could put a damper on the evening unless we loosen our grip on the reins of control.
Your enthusiasm may spell trouble today because the Moon returns to your active sign, inspiring you to take on the world. But it’s tricky to find the right amount of intensity because you might push so hard that your plan backfires. On the other hand, you could set yourself up for failure if you don’t try at all. Ultimately, you can increase your chances of being happy by scaling back your goals just a little bit and then taking a giant leap of faith.
You might not be able to discover the source of your irritation today as the Moon’s presence in your 12th House of Invisibility hides something from view. It feels critical to find out what you’re missing, but the most significant information could be elusive to your watchful eye. Instead of pushing for the truth, try accepting what you already know while you wait for the rest to surface. Time spent alone can give you a chance to find the answers within.
You may be offered a professional opportunity today that’s too good to turn down. But it’s difficult to stay focused at work now with the Moon visiting your 11th House of Friends. There could be an element of surprise when erratic Uranus flips things upside down, making it tricky to know how best to respond. Don’t abandon your responsibilities just because a social event sounds so exciting. Instead of planning your escape, show everyone you’re up for a challenge by turning a new project into a game and playing for keeps.
There’s no reason to wait for marching orders from your boss today. Take a chance and trust your intuition; you probably already know what he or she wants from you. Nevertheless, you must exercise some caution or you might jump to an erroneous conclusion. Don’t make your move too quickly because an incorrect assumption could cause you to waste precious time. A more contemplative approach is likely to earn the respect of others and increase your chances for success.
Moderating your enthusiasm is no easy task today. Even if you’re able to envision exciting adventures ahead, it’s possible to take a plan so far that others tire of your outrageous ideas. Talking less and doing more is the smartest way to demonstrate that you are not all hype. Delivering the goods is just as important now as having a positive attitude. Actions speak louder than words.
Your uncharacteristic desire to be different from everyone else today might make your interactions with others more intense than usual. You may become frustrated because you’re attracted to someone who seems as if he or she would make a close friend or intimate partner. However, you don’t necessarily like the idea of changing just to make the interpersonal dynamics work. Be willing to walk away from a relationship if you cannot be yourself in it. Your integrity matters more than anything else.
A friend or coworker might shock you by doing something totally outrageous today. You may be caught off guard by the intensity of the emotions being expressed, but it’s wise not to show your surprise or offer any negative judgment now. Instead of being overly reactive, stick to your current position and maintain your balance in spite of the chaos around you. Find your inner center and hold on tight.
You may be secretly attracted to someone at work today, yet this won’t be your typical romance because you want your freedom now as much as you want love and affection. You might not be clear about what you’re willing to give up in order to obtain what you desire. Don’t struggle too hard as you try to find a comfortable middle ground. It’s possible to remain curiously excited without actually acting on your feelings. Wait and see how things develop before making your move.
You are tempted to write yourself a permission slip today and then sneak off to play. Although this might sound like a great idea, you need to fulfill your obligations first. Thankfully, you have the ability now to approach your job with an entirely different mindset that enables you to have fun while doing your chores. There’s no reason to be frustrated by your desire to escape; instead, express your creativity by exhibiting a high level of enthusiasm all day long.
You feel like you have too much to do now, especially if you are needed by a close friend or family member. You might think you can postpone your domestic responsibilities because you’re so busy at work, but this isn’t a wise strategy to pursue. Instead, make your personal commitments top priority while you let your professional obligations slip a little. It will be much easier to fully concentrate on your job tomorrow once you have taken care of those you love today.
You might want to shake everything up today, but change isn’t always the best idea — especially if your life seems to be working well. It’s one thing to try doing a task in a new way because you’re searching for more efficient methods. But doing it differently now just because you’re bored may not be the smartest strategy. There’s no need to fix what’s not broken; channel your excess energy toward more productive endeavors and watch what happens.
Lots of new ideas about making money are popping into your head now, but they may not be practical enough to turn them into reality. Nevertheless, you’re sure that you can accomplish more if you just work faster. However, your new approach to your job could be unsettling to your coworkers who would rather maintain the status quo. Don’t be afraid to rattle some cages by trying something different. You can always go back to your old ways in a few days if it doesn’t work out.
Strange forces are definitely on the prowl after the recent stations by Jupiter (November 6) and Mercury (November 10), and a Grand Triangle in water signs — composed of the Sun, Moon and Jupiter — yesterday morning. Now it is Neptune’s turn to heavily influence humanity by stopping its retrograde cycle at 3 degrees of Pisces (10:43AM) and gradually beginning to turn forward. [Neptune stays direct until June 9, 2014 when it stops again at 8 degrees of Pisces and then goes retrograde until November 15, 2014 — pausing to go forward at 5 degrees of Pisces.] All Neptune themes — imagination, psychic sensitivity, idealism, dream and visions, film-video work, cameras and photography, the fine arts, music and dance, spiritual and mystical studies, bodies of water, but also confusion, chaos, nebulosity, illusions, fantasy, lies, fanaticism, and being hooked on drugs, alcohol and other detrimental substances — are powerful at the exact time of the Neptune station and all-day long as well. Therefore, accentuating crystal clear communication and staying on target with your plans is one way to avoid cloudy conditions that are causing widespread uncertainty across the globe. Uranus and its potency as a catalyst in awakening higher intuition and genius can be part of today’s rescue team as the Moon unites with this alarm-clock like planetary body in fiery Aries at 4:06PM. Tune into advances on the cutting edge of science, medicine and metaphysics. Check out the latest gizmos and gadgets at high-tech stores or online resource centers. Steer clear of temperamental individuals who may be losing their cool as the Moon parallels the red planet Mars (7:56PM). Be a warrior for creating world peace if you feel the need to fight for something that will help humanity on its evolutionary arc in the cosmos. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]
Wednesday (Mercury): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination and wisdom.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Sign: Pisces
Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impression. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.
Moon Phase: Second Moon 5:08 pm
Moon enters Aries 2:39 am
Aries: Good for starting things, but lacks staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass people tend to be argumentative and assertive.
Incense: Marjoram
Color: Yellow
Everything seems to be getting better now. We imagine a pot of gold at the end of every rainbow we see, and they seem to be everywhere we look. We can use the power of our positive thinking to improve our lives, but the harmonious trine from the Sun to buoyant Jupiter increases our confidence to the point of promising more than we can deliver. We are even more receptive to today’s intuitive Pisces Moon if we don’t lose sight of our obligations.
The results of your recent efforts may bring rewards today, but probably not in the obvious ways you expect. You’re able to enjoy life more now, basking in the awareness of a job well done. But don’t allow your unrestrained optimism lead to laziness, for you could falsely believe that you deserve time to relax. However, this assumption could end up encouraging counterproductive behavior; don’t let your regular responsibilities slip just because you’re feeling good.
Your mind can conceptualize new ideas quite easily now because you’re eager to broaden your horizons. Sometimes you’re satisfied with maintaining the status quo, but today you’re so confident that you want to step beyond your regular routine and experience life to the fullest. However, this isn’t about setting aside your basic philosophical approach to living; rather, it’s a wonderful opportunity to build on the foundation of what you already know.
Sometimes steady growth feels restraining because you want to move at your own pace, which can be faster than everyone else’s. However, the Sun’s trine to jovial Jupiter in your 2nd House of Income allows you to obtain much-needed support from your boss and your workmates as you bolt ahead of the pack. There isn’t any reason to slow down now; explore new territory without worrying about the usual resistance.
New ideas are flowing into your imagination now, but you must be ready to receive them. You may already be in touch with a variety of alternative plans, but the Sun’s trine to philosophical Jupiter in your sign today can blast the doors of awareness open. Thankfully, the current growth spurt shouldn’t feel like hard work or cause you any stress. Opportunities to expand your thinking and widen your horizons are more fun than you might expect.
An emotional breakthrough is possible today if you’re willing to examine your feelings from a broader perspective before the coming changes impact your relationships. Letting go of fixed ideas isn’t easy, but today’s Sun-Jupiter trine may seem like a free ticket to the destination of your choice. Nevertheless, it is up to you to use it. Take a risk or you might stay stuck in your current situation, wishing that you didn’t let the opportunity pass you by. Think big and then follow through with confidence and persistence.
Your relationships feed your creativity now, especially if you listen closely to others as they share their ideas. However, inspiration doesn’t just happen on its own. You have to put on your thinking cap and be diligent about maximizing your current cleverness potential. Once you start something, stick with it, even if your certainty lags. You are closer to success than you realize.
You may be surprised by all the wonderful support you receive at work today. Assistance arrives in funny ways, yet you could miss it if you are looking too hard in a different direction. Nevertheless, you have a great opportunity now to improve the quality of your everyday life if you can get past your own resistance to change. The choice is yours; be courageous and let your friends and associates nurture your current growth.
The importance of having fun cannot be overstated because you’re highly creative today if you are enjoying yourself. There’s no reason to impose arbitrary limits on what you can do. Even if you don’t reach an idealistic goal now, you will still progress further along your path. Extending yourself as much as possible improves your chances of making the most of the current opportunities. Just be sure to find pleasure in whatever you do.
Your dreams are a major source of inspiration, yet you need to exercise a bit of caution today. It’s easy to get lost in your inner worlds, but your key planet Jupiter is so radiant now that you might not even realize if something is amiss. Fortunately, you have the power to direct your thoughts away from unrealistic fantasies and turn them into profound creative visualizations that can change your life for the better.
Lean on your friends and associates today by discussing your hopes and dreams with them. But don’t be overly concerned about reaching your goals just yet, for optimistic Jupiter’s trine to the Sun in your 11th House of Future suggests that immediate success is not what’s most important. Instead, use this time to explore your aspirations without necessarily having to justify every thought you share. Ultimately, you will receive the support you need if you trust the process.
Your hard work may be rewarded by a bigger paycheck or, at least, the promise of a raise. Your 2nd House of Money and your 6th House of Work are being drawn into a cooperative relationship, creating a perfect storm. Luckily, you can benefit from this cosmic blast if you don’t push your luck too far; instead, just show up with your best possible attitude and see what happens. You might be pleasantly surprised with the outcome.
Reach a little farther today while the Moon in your sign is harmoniously aligned. The planets are surely working in your favor now; the Sun’s harmonious trine to auspicious Jupiter enables you to balance optimism and realism. This cosmic magic encourages you to choose what you want to do next. Nevertheless, you still must be willing to push past whatever stands in the way of achieving your goals. Believe in yourself and the sky is your limit.
On Monday, a sublime conversation between you and your love will feel almost telepathic. Perhaps the two of you are hearing each other think, after all! In any event, use this day well and enjoy your enhanced mental and spiritual connection. By Thursday, however, expect a sudden turn of events. You or your sweetheart may crave extra breathing room or insist on shaking things up in your relationship. The harder you try to hold onto the way things “used to be,” the more likely you are to feel frustrated. Go with the flow.
On Monday, you and your mate are likely to enjoy an enchanting social time together. You may attend a gathering with artistic or spiritual friends, and if so the conversations are sure to make you feel extra bonded to one another. On Sunday, a Full Moon in your sign will bring emotions to the surface. You’ll wear your heart on your sleeve and it’ll be easy for your sweetheart to read you. You’ll feel more emotionally gratified when your sensual needs are being met. Be sure to let your partner know exactly what they are.
This week you and a friend may experience trouble with another friend. He or she may spill the beans about a private matter about your love life that you shared in confidence. You’re not likely to appreciate being the subject of gossip amongst your acquaintances, but this might be even more troubling if your sweetheart finds out. The situation will likely come to a head on Thursday and Friday, leaving you disappointed and raw with emotion.
If you’re single and looking for love, you might decide to schedule an after work first date with someone special this Tuesday. Make it casual — perhaps cocktails after work or even a short lunch in the middle of your work day. By having no expectations and keeping it low-pressure, you’re more likely to enjoy each other’s company. By Friday, Venus and Pluto will engage in a sultry embrace, stirring your desires in the most irresistible way. A second date will quickly become hot and heavy — and you’ll be game.
Sexual fancies may be difficult to contain this week as Neptune turns direct in your 8th House of Intimacy. You may long for the impossible love experience, or you may find that an erotic fantasy overtakes you and it is all you can think of. On Friday, someone at work could make a sexual advance towards you. If you’re attracted to this person, you’ll be flattered — but if not, you might consider it harassment. Even if the feeling is mutual, pursuing this could get messy. Handle with care.
When Neptune turns direct in your partnership sector this Wednesday, you might feel fuzzy regarding a decision that involves you and your mate. Don’t rush into anything, and avoid giving an ultimatum or becoming trapped by one. Romance sizzles by Friday, thanks to a heart-pounding connection between Venus and Pluto in your 5th House of True Love. Anticipate one of the most intense sexual encounters you’ve ever had. If you’re single, make sure you’re out and about. Either way, it’ll be difficult to ignore your desires.
A domestic dispute with your mate could leave you frustrated and ready to fly off the handle this Thursday. Do your best to refrain from hasty behavior because that may only serve to further alienate your partner. It’s as if everyone in your clan is on the same page about a certain situation except for him or her. While frustrating, it will pass. Now is the time to exercise patience. A Full Moon on Sunday may lead to emotionally charged news about your partner’s finances.
You may focus on a creative project with your sweetheart early in the week. Ideas will flow and your imagination will soar together, so be sure to schedule time for play on Monday. By Sunday, a Full Moon will fall in your 7th House of Partnership. If you and your partner are experiencing a difficult time, you’ll need to open up to one another. If you don’t clear the air, it’ll only suffocate you. Alternatively, this could be a time of incredible emotional fulfillment in matters of partnership. It all depends on where you currently stand.
This is not your week to mix love and money. No matter what the circumstances, be wary of lending cash to your lover or allowing him or her to manage your funds in any way. It’s not that you can’t trust your sweetheart, it’s just that this week it appears he or she may become overzealous about a “too good to be true” investment opportunity. Don’t allow yourself to get caught up in the hype with your mate. Instead, try to talk him or her down from the ledge.
Expect a solid focus on your love life this week. Venus, the planet that rules romance, will be in your sign, connecting to both unpredictable Uranus and transformative Pluto. With this cosmic lineup it’s likely that an unanticipated development in your love life will either intensify your feelings for someone special or repulse you altogether. A Full Moon in your romance sector on Sunday may bring an emotional ending or a solid commitment. Either way, get ready for the game of love to change.
You may reveal your feelings for someone inadvertently this week — something you quickly regret doing. If you’re pining away for someone you know you can’t be in a relationship with, no matter how hard you try, the fact isn’t likely to change. Declaring your love — or passion — for this person may only lead to rejection. Even worse, it’s possible this person may feel you’ve become obsessed with them and declare you a stalker. Not fun. If you know it is unrequited love, then do yourself a favor this week: Keep it quiet.
You might feel dazed this week as your ruler, Neptune, turns direct in your sign on Wednesday. Allow extra time to sleep in and indulge your imaginative side. If you can do this with your partner, all the better, but chances are he or she will feel there are more practical matters to tend to (like paying the bills). Still, this may be a week you need to take life at a slower pace. On Friday, Venus and Pluto will connect in your social 11th House of Friends. If single, you may entertain the idea of a friendship with benefits.
You may want to emulate the early bird catching the worm this morning since a fairly long void lunar cycle is about to interfere with main activities of the afternoon and evening. There is a burst of excitement and mental-emotional stimulation coming from a flowing trine of 120-degrees from the Moon in Pisces to the Sun in Scorpio (6:25AM) followed quickly by the Moon making a similar trine to Jupiter in Cancer (6:35AM). Like the Mercury, Jupiter and Neptune Grand Triangle that was very active yesterday — due to the stations of these three celestial bodies — now it is the Moon that is hooking up with the Sun and Jupiter creating a Grand Triangle that can offer sensitive individuals precognitive dreams and visions of future, worldly opportunities. However, the Moon-Jupiter harmonious trine at 6:35AM also starts a 17+ hour void lunar uncertainty zone that lasts until 11:40PM (when the Moon enters fiery, pioneering Aries). It is much better to complete old business on a high note during any void lunar cycle than to try initiating bold, new ventures. What is intriguing is that just two hours after the void-of-course Moon takes effect, the Sun and Jupiter form a trine in water signs (8:40AM). This is one of the best sky patterns that can occur (as it provides a great boost for optimistic thinking and expanding your horizons across the board) and yet it always happens — due to the structure of the solar system — when Jupiter is retrograde. In this case, the Sun-Jupiter favorable aspect is also occurring during a void Moon. You may still be able to utilize some of the Sun-Jupiter euphoric vibrations when the Moon enters Aries (11:40PM). Nevertheless, by that time and as Wednesday November 13 begins to materialize, Neptune will be getting ready for its spotlight on center stage when it makes a station at 3 degrees of Pisces (10:43AM tomorrow). [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]
Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli
Planet: Mars
Sign: Aries and Scorpio
Angel: Samuel
Colors: Red and Orange
Herbs/Plants: Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper
Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline
Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger
Mars rules Tuesday. The energies of this day best harmonize with efforts of masculine vibration, such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. Use them, too, for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.
Tuesday (Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression and protection.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Phase: Second Quarter
Moon Sign: Pisces
Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.
Incense: Geranium
Color: Red
Creativity soars today and imagination runs away with the show. Mercury is apparently standing still as it ends its retrograde phase which began on October 21. During these last three weeks, mental Mercury asked us to look back, reconsider plans and tie up loose ends. Now it’s time to look ahead, but Mercury’s trine to dreamy Neptune, combined with the Moon’s shift into illusory Pisces at 9:36 pm EST, makes it tricky to know what’s real.
You have been engaged recently in some pretty serious thinking about your life whether or not anyone else realizes it. It’s not that your search for deeper meaning is over today, but it is now time to shift gears and turn your philosophical search into something more practical. Knowing the truth is a great start, but can lose its value quickly unless you apply your wisdom in ways that matter.
Relationships might exhibit a fated quality these days as circumstances take on a life of their own. However, maintaining control over others is not a viable strategy, since you won’t be able to stop the inevitable anyway. Instead of struggling to cling to your agenda, embrace the coming changes; they can bring you more exciting opportunities than you currently realize. Trust the process and let go.
There really isn’t a graceful way to escape the work that needs to be done now, so save your sweet talking and tap dancing for another day. Your clever charm is not going to serve you well today, even if you’re feeling extra witty. Actions speak louder than words. The sooner you start your chores, the more time you’ll have later to kick back and enjoy yourself.
Responsibilities may prevent you from having too much fun today, even if your idea of relaxation is to just hang out at home with a loved one. You know what you want, but could run into unexpected obstacles. If your satisfaction is delayed, don’t waste precious energy fretting. Channel your energy wisely for the best results. Rest assured that you’ll get your just rewards soon enough.
You might not say everything you feel today because you’re exploring recent private moments that could have unresolved issues attached to them. Allow yourself the luxury of dredging up old memories without having to rewrite history just so you can fix what went wrong. You will soon be involved with new and pleasurable experiences, so just let your mind meander down Memory Lane while you can. A sentimental journey could do you a world of good.
Separating the useful information from all the superfluous data is uncharacteristically difficult now. Every little item seems important, but there’s just too much of it to make sense. Nevertheless, sift through what you know, even if it’s a struggle, and set aside everything but the most essential facts. Rely on the basics and you’ll be able to make the best choices for your future.
If you have been procrastinating about any financial matters, today might be your last chance for a while to take care of unfinished business. You are being drawn into other pressing issues that are developing now as Mercury moves direct in your 2nd House of Possessions. Don’t wait; you may not have a lot of time to go back and redo what should have already been done. The sooner you finish, the better you’ll feel.
Your intense communication style might be more than others prefer now, but they may just have to take you just as you are. You’re not in a negotiating mood because you realize that your perceptions are even more acute than usual. Don’t back down if you believe that your conclusions are sound. Nevertheless, remember that applying gentle persuasion will still work better than issuing ultimatums. A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.
Although things are looking up, you still may have serious business to take care of today. Stay focused on your long-term goals now and don’t let your frustration get the best of you. The next few days mark a turning point as your subconscious mind sends you powerful messages about your future. Steady persistence is more important now than unbridled enthusiasm. Dig deep and give it all you got.
Your contemplative attitude feels more comfortable today to you than it might to anyone else. Your cautiously reserved behavior brings up issues for someone who wants you to act in a more happy-go-lucky manner. But it won’t help if you wear a smile just to please other people. You can’t go wrong if you stick with what your instincts tell you now. Your authenticity is your greatest asset.
Your passionate words may have more impact today than you expect. However, you’re not even sure that you fully believe what you said just a few minutes ago. You aren’t purposefully misleading anyone; it’s just that your logical conclusions are not supported by what you feel in your heart now. Nevertheless, you know you must speak the truth as you experience it in the moment, for maintaining your integrity is what matters most.
Your x-ray vision allows you to see right through any sort of cover-up today, but the question is what do you do with the information you possess? The answer can be found in your attitude. It won’t work if you try to show someone what you think they need to know. If, on the other hand, you offer a different perspective without declaring that it is the only path to follow, then you can help people by expanding their options. Sharing your knowledge freely inspires others to do the same.
The cosmos is certainly on the wacky end of the astro-psychic spectrum during this unusual weekend. Trying to make your agenda the law of the land is likely to fall on deaf ears. Pursuing unrealistic objectives when the Moon is void — following a 90-degree clash of the Sun and Moon at their First Quarter Phase last night — is also a non-starter and likely to boomerang were it ever to get going in the first place. On the other hand, enjoying a time-period for reflection and having a leisurely breakfast while putting old worries out of your mind can make a lot of good sense. No matter whether you are feeling elated or confused, watch the clock around 1:15PM when Mercury leaves retrograde status at 3 degrees of Scorpio, and begins a gradual shift into forward motion. [Mercury won’t go into reverse again until February 6, 2014 when the Messenger of the Gods planet will go retrograde at 4 degrees of Pisces in a three-week reversal that lasts until February 28, 2014 when Mercury will stop to go forward at 19 degrees of Aquarius.] All of today’s Mercury themes — communications and correspondence, learning programs and information exchange, classes and primary school education, business and trade, health and medicine, transportation, hand-eye coordination, flexibility and adaptability, breathing and respiratory conditions, temperature and air-wind changes, magic tricks, sleights of hand and thefts — are energized not only at the exact time of the station at 1:15PM, but all day long. Once the Moon leaves void status in Aquarius by entering Pisces (6:37PM), be more compassionate and empathic to the truly needy and disenfranchised. Try your hand at fixing one of grandma’s old-world recipes for clam or corn chowder and muffins. Reading, writing and watching favorite film classics are promoted later on when the Moon trines Mercury in water signs (10:59PM) and the lunar orb makes its monthly union with Neptune (11:06PM). Keep a notebook of profound dreams, visions and out-of-the-body excursions with Neptune — the ancient God of the Seas and ruler of psychic-imaginative abilities — running the show as Sunday night morphs into Monday morning. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]
Emotions begin to stir coupled with recognizing that the new beginnings you are making must also increase personal security to be worthwhile over the long haul. This is a time when it’s appropriate to get in touch with your gut instincts and begin to guide your life more deliberately, with an awareness of using your “sixth sense” as well as your enthusiasm. Obstacles may emerge that require you to reevaluate how to better integrate yourself into your immediate environment.
Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.
Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon Sign: Aquarius
Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.
Moon Phase: Second Quarter 12:57 am
Moon enters Pisces 5:36 pm
Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.
Incense: Heliotrope
Color: Gold
We have to set aside our emotions today so we can focus on the practical aspects of our lives as go-getter Mars sextiles taskmaster Saturn. Creating a concrete plan, combined with hard work, ensures progress. Meanwhile, in direct contrast, a visionary Mercury-Neptune alignment heightens our fantasies and invites us into the dreamy poetic realms. The intelligent Aquarius Moon enables us to use our imaginations without losing touch with reality.
You are in the driver’s seat now because you know the full consequences of what you are doing. You recently had the opportunity to consider all your options before choosing your present course of action. The potential rewards may be quite satisfying, although it could take more time than you think for your labors to bear fruit. Setting a sustainable pace today is more important than your actual production, so keep your eyes on the future and your shoulder to the wheel.
You’re not interested in anything superficial now because you want to see tangible results from your extra effort. Unfortunately, confusion can catch you off guard today if the distance between your optimism and reality is too much. Adopt a logical and balanced approach and pay attention to the details. There is great potential for success if you maintain a positive attitude and keep your common sense close at hand.
Whatever you say today could be less important than your actions. Your behavior not only speaks louder than your words, it also has longer lasting consequences. Nevertheless, you have a significant opportunity now, but it might not be obvious at first. No matter what happens, be creative as you tell your story. Dream out loud and share what’s on your mind. You may be pleasantly surprised with the wonderful response you receive.
You have an interesting choice to make today as your plans come up for reconsideration. It would be easier if you were the only person involved, but someone else’s needs must also be included. Opening your mind to reexamine your goals from a wider perspective can be very enlightening as you see possibilities that you previously overlooked. Don’t say no too quickly to anything that comes your way or you could miss a wonderful opportunity to further develop your evolving life strategy.
There is so much happening that it tests your ability to remain calm and it might be somewhat disconcerting now as you try to keep it all together. Harmonious aspects conspire to clear the path toward your destination, but doing the work is still, ultimately, your responsibility. Your schedule is so full that you may consider sleeping less just to squeeze everything in. Things will slow down in a few days, but in the meantime, make sure you get some much-needed rest.
Someone at work may be acting overly sweet toward you today and you might not know what to do about it. Your uncertainty could stem from an overall lack of clarity about what you want. Or maybe the other person’s intentions are questionable. Either way, your smartest strategy is to explore all avenues before deciding your course of action. Luckily, your reasoning is sound now, even if the options are confusing at first. Once you’ve considered the pros and cons, make your choice and stick to it.
It’s hard to feel satisfied with just having a nice experience today; you crave something that goes beyond the ordinary. Even if you finish your work early, you still won’t be able to fully enjoy yourself. However, you are currently blessed with the patience to wait for the right moment and the drive to follow through on your plan. Once you know that the timing is right, don’t hesitate to make your move. If your intentions are clear, your mind can turn your fantasies into reality.
Your creative juices are flowing and it’s wise to find ways to concentrate on your self-expression. But this kind of sharing isn’t just about personal issues; it’s time to set new goals and then pursue them. Yet, even if you are overcommitted, you can still do what needs to be done. There is major assistance coming your way from the hidden realms of your own subconscious world. The spiritual growth and psychological work you have done in the recent past may be put to good use in the present.
Unfortunately, you may be doing more armchair traveling today than real trekking around the globe. However, as your vision expands, you might miss important details or gloss over data that you don’t have time to integrate. Luckily, you could make a lot of progress now by saving money for a future trip. Remember that sometimes the planning stage of a getaway can be nearly as much fun as the real thing; take your time and enjoy the anticipation while it lasts.
Although you might be uncharacteristically laid-back at work today, you still need to juggle your personal and business worlds while keeping the two of them apart. But don’t miss the powerful opportunity to make something special happen, since you have the right balance between intention and follow-through now, enabling you to accomplish whatever you initially set out to do. Make sure that you have your facts straight, but don’t get too hung up in the details. Share your vision as you let your inner poet or philosopher out of the closet.
You may be inclined to spend money on something you don’t really need today. Buying a gift for yourself is a lovely thing to do, but you might be drawn toward purchasing an item that is more extravagant than you can afford. Ask yourself whether or not your potential purchase is really such a good idea before you face possible regrets in a few days. Ironically, exercising a bit of self-restraint works to your advantage in the long run.
Although it’s wonderful to fuel your life with your dreams, don’t let it be an excuse to be completely unrealistic. It’s as if you must maintain a double existence now. You have your head up in the clouds, but need to keep your feet firmly planted on the ground since it’s tempting to escape to another world. However, you still must pay careful attention to the process or your best ideas will only get lost. Thankfully, you can go anywhere your imagination carries you while riding this powerful spiritual wave.
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